Clifford, C. R. (Chandler Robbins), 1858-1935 · New York, Clifford & Lawton · leaf 246
Volute.—The volute is a system of ornament consisting ofa spiral scroll. Vrilles.—A system of ornament which suggests the spiralform of vine tendrils. At certain epochs, especially in iron work,scrolls are terminated with vrilles. Warm Colors.—The same as luminous colors. Wave-Molding.—An ornament… … TAPESTRIES. TMKSTKiES and embroideries are frequently confused. In atapestry the design forms an integral part of the stuff,while in embroidery the figure is applied to a fabric already exist-ing. The art is as old as painting. We have examples fromEgypt and some of the old wall paintings 3000…
Decoration and ornament -- History · Interior decoration
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